The boiling time for eggs depends on how you prefer them cooked—whether it's hard-boiled, medium-boiled, or soft-boiled. Here's a general guideline for boiling eggs:
1. **Hard-Boiled Eggs:**
- Place eggs in a pot and cover them with cold water.
- Bring the water to a rolling boil.
- Once boiling, cover the pot, remove it from heat, and let the eggs sit:
- 9-12 minutes for large eggs for a fully cooked yolk.
- Adjust the time slightly based on your desired consistency.
2. **Medium-Boiled Eggs:**
- Follow the same process as for hard-boiled eggs, but reduce the cooking time:
- About 7 minutes for a slightly softer yolk.
3. **Soft-Boiled Eggs:**
- Place eggs in a pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to a simmer.
- Cook for about 4-6 minutes for a runny yolk, or 6-7 minutes for a slightly firmer, but still soft, yolk.
After the desired cooking time, immediately transfer the eggs to an ice water bath to stop the cooking process and prevent a greenish ring from forming around the yolk (especially for hard-boiled eggs). Adjust the cooking times slightly based on the size of the eggs and your stove's heat intensity.
